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Jewel A.


Louisville, KY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Jewel,

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'd love to meet and get to know your family! I am non-smoking, punctual, dependable, honest and easy going. I have worked with children from the cradle to geriatric care. I have many years of experience working with Developmentally delayed and Medically involved individuals. My children are grown now (all 5 of them!) and I am...
5.0
"Jewel is an outstanding caregiver and an awesome person. She interacts with and pays attention to my son every monute they are together. She is focused on his development and not distracted by anything while they are together. Everything that they do, even the fun...

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Casey R.


Crestwood, KY

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I have worked with children at home of the innocence in the special needs area as well as volunteering at elementary schools. I have also worked with adult with various abilities and disabilities. My father is an amputee and has many other issues. I have been caring for not only him but his wife as well.
5.0
"Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver."

Alana A.

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before attending IUS, I attended WKU in Bowling Green, KY. I was a tutor for student disabilities for two years and loved it!!!
5.0
"Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time. "

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Katelyn S.


Louisville, KY

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Here is just a little bit about myself to help you get to know me better. I am currently a Family Case Manager and a part time server. I attend Sullivan University online and am in the process of finishing my Bachelors Degree in Social Work. I have two younger siblings that I have helped to care for since I was 10...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had Katelyn as a nanny from 2019-2021 and she was amazing with our two children. She did everything we asked plus some and was nothing but respectful and very communicable. I would highly recommend Katelyn to anyone who is looking for a sitter for younger...

Kelsey C.

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Candy M.


Louisville, KY

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...
5.0
"She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

Christina B.

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Madysine B.


New Albany, IN

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Weekend & Evening Sitter

Hello! My name is Madysine and I am an 19-year-old Honors Program student at Indiana University Southeast, with years of childcare experience in several different settings. I am pursuing a degree in Psychology. I currently work as an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) and implement ABA therapy for children with autism ages...
Madysine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Madysine is wonderful! She came out just to meet the kids a few days before we needed her to babysit. And prior to her babysitting, she asked for so many important details about the kids, their personalities, our parenting styles, etc. It’s very clear she takes her...

Sarah F.

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Leslie M.


Louisville, KY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified nurse assistant I've been working for 34 years in the nursing field providing love Companion Care for the elderly and special needs in their home and hospitals and Facilities it's a joy to be a help to someone in need as well as comfort for the family knowing that their loved ones are in good hands this is a...
Leslie can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Ashley F.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I am the oldest in my family and have been taking care of brothers, sisters, and cousins since I was 12. Also, have done a lot of work with special needs kids (my sister is special needs). I work Mon-Fri 8-4:30 as a loan officer with the ability to work from home 2 days per week. I also have 2 dogs at home.
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mariah C.


Louisville, KY

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Engaging Sitter!

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and many other things. I also have experience with special needs and early childhood development!
Mariah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Brooke S.


Louisville, KY

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

I've been watching kids and helping with special needs children since I was 14 years old! My first job was as a swimming instructor for children! I genuinely enjoy any time I spend sitting and love keeping the kids entertained! I'm very creative and love coming up with fun activities! I've been through CPR & First Aid training...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Shuneka F.


Louisville, KY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

I have over 25 years of experience caring for Seniors and children. I have worked in Long term care facilities, Hospitals, and in home care. I have experience with Dementia & Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Hospice, Rehab, and more.
Shuneka can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Gracie S.


Crestwood, KY

$14-50/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For Nanny Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Gracie and I am on the hunt for a full time or part time Nanny or babysitter position. I have worked with ages 6mo and up. I also have experienced working with special needs kiddos. A little about myself I love arts and crafts. I have my own car and I am very organized! Don't take that sentence...
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Charlotte B.


Louisville, KY

$15-40/hr8 yrs exp

Flexible And Experiences

Hi! My name is Charlotte and I am creative, hardworking, and flexible with a passion for working with children of all ages. I have 8 years of "formal" babysitting experience but as the oldest child of 4, I understand a lot about caring for children of all ages. I am experienced in working with children with special needs and...
Charlotte can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mary F.


Louisville, KY

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Mary Alyce, and I'm excited about the opportunity to be your nanny. With a background in mental health, I have the skills and experience in child development to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your kids. Currently, I am a graduate student at the UofL in the Clinical Mental Health program. I have a...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have worked in ABA therapy centers with high needs children often with Autism Spectrum Disorder for about two years and really enjoy working with special needs children and being able to see the difference I can make. I am studying to be in the mental healthcare field and want to continue working with children throughout my...
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Lisandra S.


Louisville, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Positive And Compassionate Care

I have been caring for people with special needs for over 20 years. I am passionate about supporting people to become their best selves while increasing one's independence and enjoying life. I have family members and friends with disabilities. I have spent my entire adult life and advanced education studying, working and...
Hello! :) I have 2 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and around 2 years in a special education classroom setting. I'm currently getting my masters to become a LBD special education teacher. I have the most experience with children ages 2-10.
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Marissa K.


Louisville, KY

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

In college, I majored in both early childhood and special education. I am currently still in the process of working on my master's in reading specialist and special education. I really enjoy working with kids and have a lot of experience with kids in special education classrooms. I was an aide this past year in a school district...
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Jessica W.


Hanover, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Willing To Help With Childcare Needs.

Single mom of two boys 11 and 12. 2nd time college student in nursing. EMT for 18 years. I have worked every from pediatrics to elderly. I am currently CPR certified, an EMT, a HHA, and take my state boards for CNA in May. I can do some special needs as well.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

In high school, I was a peer tutor for two years working in the special needs classroom with other high schoolers helping with school work and daily tasks. Once I graduated, I began working in behavioral health hospitals and currently work in a hospital here in Louisville where I take care of low IQ, verbal and nonverbal...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Charlestown, IN

Jewel A.

5.0

Jewel is a huge part of my son's life. She is prepared with curriculum and projects designed to address his needs, strengths, and areas of potential development. Every time she leaves, it only takes a couple of hours before I hear the question, "When is Jewel coming back?" Highly recommend her for...

- Ray K.

Casey R.

5.0

Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver.

- Alana A.

Lakeshia W.

5.0

Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time.

- Care member

Katelyn S.

5.0

Katelyn was a babysitter for us from 2016-2019 before she moved away. She watched our two children both at our home and at her own home along with taking care of our pets when we would go out of town. She has such a kind heart and our kids have grown to love her. She simply became like a member of...

- Michaela W.

Candy M.

5.0

She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day.

- Christina B.

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